My take: I think this is a great move by the Stars. It allows them to bring in a player and if he plays well he gets a contract. If not, he goes elsewhere and no harm is done.

Multiple reports from Europe are suggesting Fredrik Modin has signed a one-year deal with the Thrashers.

My take: I personally love this move, he is a good veteran forward who can provide some offense. Modin will take away a roster spot from a young guy but at the same time, the other young guys will have to compete even harder as there is one is roster spot.

The New Jersey Devils are still looking to shed salary. Darren Dreger of TSN reports the Leafs could take on some of that salary if the Devils also sent draft picks their war.

My take: The Maple Leafs would likely stay away from the massive salary of Brian Rolston; however, Dainius Zubrus is a real possibility.

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